Top-rated books by Mark Sakamoto
Shizue's Path
Age: 5-8
Books like Mark Sakamoto’s
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Colour Edition)
Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake, 2016
160 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity and imagination through whimsical storytelling.
Teaches values like honesty and humility.
Colorful edition enhances visual engagement.
Encourages empathy and ethical decision-making.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Colour Edition)
Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake, 2016
Award winning
Spanish is the Language of My Family
Michael Genhart, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through language and family ties.
Enhances multilingual development in early childhood learning.
Engaging narrative fosters emotional and social growth.
Encourages family bonding over shared heritage stories.

Spanish is the Language of My Family
Michael Genhart, 2023
Award winning
Eyes That Kiss in the Corners
Joanna Ho, 2021
34 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural identity and self-acceptance.
Stunning illustrations enhance the storytelling.
Encourages appreciation of one's heritage.
Strengthens self-esteem in young readers.

Eyes That Kiss in the Corners
Joanna Ho, 2021
Award winning
Kozo the Sparrow
Allen Say, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience through Kozo's adventurous challenges. Enhances emotional understanding and empathy. Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers. Beautifully illustrated, captivating children's attention.

Kozo the Sparrow
Allen Say, 2023
Award winning
The Tower of Life: How Yaffa Eliach Rebuilt Her Town in Stories and Photographs
Chana Stiefel, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Teaches children about history and resilience through storytelling.
Inspires empathy and understanding through real-life tales.
Beautiful photographs enhance the engaging narrative.
Encourages family discussions about heritage and memory.

The Tower of Life: How Yaffa Eliach Rebuilt Her Town in Stories and Photographs
Chana Stiefel, 2022
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters creativity and imagination.
Introduces teamwork, responsibility, and friendship themes.
Engaging graphics captivate and maintain children's interest.
Encourages reading confidence in young independent readers.

Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
Award winning
Rock Your Mocs
Laurel Goodluck, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates Indigenous culture with vibrant storytelling.
Encourages appreciation of cultural diversity.
Supports identity and self-esteem in Indigenous children.
Engaging and educational for all young readers.

Rock Your Mocs
Laurel Goodluck, 2023
Award winning
Standing in the Need of Prayer: A Modern Retelling of the Classic Spiritual
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Modern retelling enhances connection to historical spiritual song.
Stunning illustrations complement the powerful narrative.
Fosters cultural awareness and historical understanding.
Encourages family discussions on faith and resilience.
